31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Balakrishnan, Nephrologist in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Glendale, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Balakrishnan graduated from University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India and completed his residency at Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University. Dr. Balakrishnan is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balakrishnan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balakrishnan’s office at (602) 843-7171.
Where did Dr. Balakrishnan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: St. John Hospital - Detroit, Michigan | University of Tennessee - Memphis | (Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine)), UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, MEMPHIS, TN
Residency: Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University | Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India | Madras Med College
Is Dr. Balakrishnan board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Balakrishnan speak?
Dr. Balakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Balakrishnan treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Balakrishnan diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Balakrishnan. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Isolated Protein in Urine
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Isolated proteinuria
- Transient protein in urine
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R800: Isolated proteinuria
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with Kidney Issues
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Kidney Problems
- Type 1 Diabetes Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1029: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Complication
- Kidney Graft Problem
- Post-Kidney Transplant Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8610: Unspecified complication of kidney transplant
Which procedures does Dr. Balakrishnan perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office.
Does Dr. Balakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Balakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 843-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balakrishnan accept in Glendale, AZ?
Dr. Balakrishnan in Glendale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Express Scripts
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Balakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan's Primary Practice
18699 N 67th Ave Ste 280
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 843-7171
Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan's Practice 2
5750 W Thunderbird Rd # G750/G790
Glendale, AZ 85306
What is Dr. Balakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851377139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balakrishnan
What is Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Balakrishnan is a Nephrologist near Glendale, AZ. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Balakrishnan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Balakrishnan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan accepting new patients in Glendale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (602) 843-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Balakrishnan's office at (602) 843-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan have?
Dr. Radhakrishnan Balakrishnan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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